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Up North Oasis for Families and Fishermen, Trader's Bay, Leech Lake

Our lake home is an open-living concept home that was completely remodeled in 2007 with quality in mind. The open concept area features beautiful cathedral ceilings, a massive real stone fireplace, a large dining area with an 8 foot log table , and a fully stocked gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops. The living room area seats a large group comfortably with a sectional, oversized chair, and a log futon sofa. This area can be used for additional sleeping space, if needed. There is a large flat-screen tv in this room also.

The rest of the house contains the four bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a laundry room, and a second living room.

Up a short carpeted flight of stairs are three bedrooms. They all have Wildlife themes and hand-crafted log furniture.. Two bedrooms have French doors that open up to a large lakeside screen porch. The third bedroom looks out over the heavily wooded backyard.

The three upstairs bedrooms share a bathroom that has a large vanity with two sinks and many drawers and cupboards to stash your toiletries. It also has a deep, jetted tub/shower.

The downstairs bedroom has a large, 3/4 bath across the hall.

The laundry room is fully equipped with a new HE washer/dryer, utility sink, and all the supplies you will need for your stay.

The downstairs family room has two sofas, with one being a double hide-a-bed, providing additional sleeping spaces, if needed. This room has a flat screen television, gaming station , a children's play area, and a work station with an all-in-one printer. (Yes, some people have to work even when they are on vacation!) This room has a no-step exit out to the lakefront.

We have patios on both sides of the house and ample furniture to accommodate large groups. We provide a gas grill with propane for your use also. And, down by the lake, we have a fire pit for the daytime hot dog roast or the evening campfires.

We also have a Boathouse that has been converted to a rec room. It has a ping pong table, foosball table, music system, sandbox toys for the little ones, and lawn games. The boathouse is a great place for the guests who like to burn off a little energy or just want some separate space.

Our property has a 60 foot long dock and a 3000 pound capacity boat lift with electric assist to make getting out on the lake a breeze. The dock has electricity available for charging boat batteries. The swimming area is accessed from the dock, because the shoreline is rocky. The water level where the sand bottom begins is about a foot and a half. At the end of the dock, it is 4 feet deep. We have put in a small beach area in front of the boat house for little ones to have fun in the sand. We have a canoe, paddle boat, and two 10 foot kayaks available for guest use. The kayaks are stored in the boat house along with a number of life jackets. (Infant, children, and adult sizes)

On the west side of the property, we have a screened, lighted fish-cleaning building with a large stainless steel table to make fish cleaning convenient and bug-free. There are outlets for electric filet knives and a garden hose attachment for easy clean up. A bundle of wood for campfires will be found in here. There are also two bikes for use by our guests.

Also, our long circular driveway gives the property lots of space for parking cars and boat trailers. Our property is quite spacious so everyone can have privacy to getaway and relax.

Bedrooms

4 Bedrooms

Sleeps 13

Owner

Terry Gardner

Member Since 2014

Speaks

english

Calendar last updated:

19 Dec. 2018

About Terry Gardner

We have lived in southern Minnesota, farm country, for most of our married life. We have four children, all grown, with whom we shared our love of the great outdoors on many summer vacations. It seems we gravitated a lot to the north woods to hike, bike, and fish over the years.

Terry Gardner purchased this House in 2014

Why Terry Gardner chose Walker

We bought our lake place on Leech to continue enjoying the great outdoors without roughing it. We like having all the amenities of a year round home. It makes relaxing and having an Up North getaway really easy. Also, we chose this property because it lends itself well to multi-generational groups and is located perfectly to access the best fishing spots on Leech Lake. And, with Walker being such an active vacation spot, their is always lots of things to do when the weather or fishing doesn't cooperate.

What makes this House unique

This property has all the comforts of home with untouched nature just outside the door. The two-acre, heavily-wooded lot lets you have lots of privacy too. It is truly an oak wood retreat, hence the name we gave it,

Amenities

Children Welcome

Air Conditioning

Heater

TV

Washer & Dryer

Parking

Satellite or Cable

Internet

Fireplace

Bathrooms

2 Bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

toilet, shower

Upstairs Bathroom

toilet, combination tub/shower, jetted tub, Double sinks

Location Type

Rural

Our property is heavily wooded with oak trees and is out on Pine Point Peninsula on beautiful Leech Lake.

Lakefront

This property has 198 feet of level rock and sand frontage, with a beautiful panoramic South facing view of Traders Bay. At the end of the dock it is 4 feet deep with a sand bottom for swimmers.

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Parking

Telephone

There is a land line available in the property for renters use for local calls or to receive calls. No long distance calls may be made.

Heating

The house has central heating.

Linens Provided

All the beds in the bedrooms will be made up. If you use the hide-a-bed, futon couch, cots, packnplays, or couches for additional sleep spaces, there is bedding for them also.

Washing Machine

New May 2016 large capacity Samsung HE washer

Clothes Dryer

New May 2016 large capacity Samsung dryer

Fireplace

Air Conditioning

The house has central air conditioning.

Garage

The garage and outbuilding are not available to renters.

Internet

We have a WiFi which is served by a cable modem so a wired connection is available with an ether-net cord.

Towels Provided

Each guest will receive a full set of towels. We have a limited supply of beach towels for use.

Wireless Internet

Iron & Board

Hair Dryer

Living Room

Extra sleeping is available with the double hide-a-bed sofa in the lower level family room and a double futon bed with a 10 inch mattress (new) in the upper living room.

Kitchen

Grill

Dishwasher

Dishwasher soap is provided.

Stove

Jenn-Air Electric glass top stove.

Oven

Microwave

New in May 2016.

Refrigerator

Icemaker
An additional small refrigerator is in the fish-cleaning building. It can be used for additional beverages, bait, etc.

Coffee Maker

We have a regular Mr. Coffee and have coffee filters for your use, as well as a coffee grinder. We also have a Keurig coffee maker but you will need to bring the K-cups of your choice.

Toaster

Four slice toaster

Pantry Items

There will be a limited supply of paper products to get you started. (ie. paper towels, and toilet paper)

Dishes & Utensils

All the dishes and flatware you need to feed a large group. A full array of glassware for your every need.
Plastic tumblers and can cozies for taking beverages down to the beach. We've got it covered.

Kitchen

Dining

Dining Area

Child's Highchair

Dining

Eight foot log table and log stools at island give ample seating for large groups. Overflow eating can move in to the living room which is open to the dining area.

comfy seating for 12 people

Entertainment

Game Room

The boat house has been converted into a separate entertainment space with ping pong, foosball, etc. (This room is seasonal as it has no heating or plumbing.)

Television

Two 40 inch flat screen smart tvs, one in the living room, one in the family room. A small flat screen tv and DVD player are set up in the Master Bedroom for DVD watching. Not connected to Satellite.

Stereo

There is a stereo system out in the boathouse that has speakers for both inside listening and outdoor listening.
There is a radio in the dining area that has an ipod docking station.

Board games, puzzles, and cards are in the house. The boathouse has a dart board, foosball table, ping pong, and sand toys. There is also a set of bean bag boards and bean bags for lawn play.

Ping Pong Table

Toys

A small child's plastic table and two chairs can be used inside and out. There are many small toys for sand and water play.
There are kid"s games, puzzles, movies, books, and toys for indoor play.

Video Library

Adult and children DVDs are available in the lower living room cupboard below the television.

Video Games

We have an XBox system for your use, with a few games.

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Large open space for outdoor games, fire pit area.
A small bundle of campfire wood will be provided for each rental group.
Separate fish cleaning building on west side of the property.

Balcony

We have an upstairs screened porch that has patio furniture with cushions and small side tables.

Kayak / Canoe

A wide-bottom canoe and two 10 foot fishing kayaks are available for guest use. We have a few life jackets available as well, ranging from infant/toddler to adult.

Bicycles

The two 26" bikes are located in the fish cleaning building.

Boat

A paddle boat is available for guest use. A 3000 pound boat lift with electricity for charging batteries is available.
Fishing boats, Pontoons, PWC, can be rented in Walker or from nearby resorts

Outdoor Grill

Deck / Patio

We have a patio on the lakeside and on the woods side of the house. Both patios have full sets of furniture. We also have lounge chairs for sunbathing.

Golf

Longbow and Tianna County Club are both nearby. See the rate information in our 3 ring binder on the property.

Notes

Two pack and plays, a toddler bed, high chair, 2 booster chairs, stair gate, and stroller on site also.
A 3000 pound vertical boat lift with electrical hook up to charge batteries is available for renter use. There is plenty of space on the dock to tie additional boats. The property has plenty of space to park boat trailers. We have a separate log/screened-in building for fish cleaning.
During the summer season check-in on the first day is at 4:00 pm. Check-out on the last day is 10:00 am. We must adhere to those times to accommodate our cleaning crew. In the off season, ask if other arrangements are possible.

House Rules

Check-in: 4:00 pm

Check-out: 10:00 am

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if cancelled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if cancelled at least 30 days before arrival date.

36 Reviews

Wonderful4.9/5

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Perfect cabin to make family memories

5/5

Stayed Oct. 2018

Joshua F.

This property is wonderful. Clean, spacious, and entertaining! Great amenities and furnishings.

Submitted 21 Oct. 2018

Owner's Response:

So glad our home worked for your family's fall get-away trip. We think it's a great place to congregate every season of the year. Come back anytime.

Wonderful place on an awesome lake

5/5

Stayed Aug. 2018

Deb T.North Mankato, Minnesota

Would go back in a heartbeat. Had everything we needed for 2 families of 4. Kids had plenty to do to stay busy and active.

Submitted 21 Aug. 2018

Owner's Response:

Thanks Deb! We'd love to have you back anytime.

Since you left, we added some comfy Adirondack chairs around the fire pit and are working on plans to give the fire pit a major upgrade. We want a better space for family time around the campfire,

Great Memories Made

5/5

Stayed Jul. 2018

David B.Marshalltown, IA

You really should spend the entire summer up here so you could enjoy all the great amenities this place has to offer.

My family and I have stayed at multiple places up in this northern region and this place by far has surpassed all that we have required. We liked it so much we have decided to stay here next year.

All the things you would expect from an upper class rental, as this, are definitely here, but here are some things that we found so enjoyable. Beautiful trees, ample places to park, space for a trailer, electric boat lift, awesome fish cleaning house, many comfortable outside chairs with cushions, a solidly built house that is very quiet when a lot of noise is going on, beautiful views from the large windows facing the lake and flat grass areas between the house and water to enjoy all the activities.

We have stayed on many parts of Leech Lake, but Traders Bay where the house is located is an ideal location. It is protected by the north winds, it has great sunrises, neighbors to help out with ice, bait or fuel, short boat rides to walleye hot spots, and a nice boat ride that includes cruising Agency Bay, Walker Bay the Narrows and back into Traders Bay. Terry and John have really done a super job in making this place a wonderful place for their guests. I would suspect that this would be awesome in the winter also.

You Can definitely relax and unwind in this Up North Oasis.

Submitted 14 Aug. 2018

Owner's Response:

Thank you for all the great details you put on this review. We agree with you that our location on Leech Lake is a real plus. And we too love that the house can accommodate a lot of commotion and still have quiet places for naps, book reading, and early to bed people. We are excited you are coming back again next summer. And, since you mentioned it, winter at Oakwood Retreat is wonderful!!

Beautiful lake front home.

4/5

Stayed Jul. 2018

Connie S.

Absolutely loved our week here with family and friends. We enjoyed all the water sports provided and the big back yard was always being utilized by games, fun and laughter. Evenings were spent around the campfire and indoors playing board games. Even sampled the crawfish boil! We went into Walker for some crazy days shopping and BBQ. ALL OF IT FABULOUS!! Oh, except for losing $$ at the casino.

Submitted 28 Jul. 2018

Owner's Response:

Your crayfish boil was a new one for us. We usually have a walleye and northern fish fry. We will have to give that a try.

So glad your stay was an enjoyable one.

The property was everything we expected and more!

4/5

Stayed Jul. 2018

Michael G.

There were a lot of things for everyone to do and especially for the kids they loved the game room! The house was furnished with everything we needed. Would have liked to have had some recycling bins available, but besides that everything was amazing we had a great time!

Submitted 31 Jul. 2018

Owner's Response:

So glad you had a great time and our property worked well for your family.

We have wrestled with what to do about recycling options for our guests because City Sanitary does not provide a recycling service. Recyclables need to be taken in to town to the county recycling site. We give that information to our guests and encourage them to recycle if they can.

Everything We Hoped for and More!

5/5

Stayed Jun. 2018

Ryan F.

We couldn't have asked for a better property for our 4 families to share time together over the 4th of July! In all, we had 8 adults and 5 kids under the age of six and we had more than enough room to each have our own private spaces while also enjoying one another's company in the large family room in the evening or the huge dining table to share our meals. This property is beautiful both inside and out. John and Terry have truly thought of everything to make for an awesome/relaxing vacation. Not only was the property itself great, but John and Terry were always prompt with their responses to any questions we had. Would highly recommend for any family or families big or small!

Submitted 9 Jul. 2018

Owner's Response:

Thank you Ryan! We love to hear that our lakehome had everything you needed for your vacation. I'll bet the kids enjoyed the outdoor playset we added this year. Thanks for being such great renters. Come back anytime!!

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Walker, MN, USA

Our lake home sits on one of the prime fishing bays of Leech Lake, Trader's Bay. We are conveniently located near many resorts which carry groceries, bait, and gas. They also have boats available to rent.

For those who don't fish, or are looking for other entertainment options, the town of Walker has much to offer. There are lots of fun specialty gift stores, boutiques, coffee shops, and artists malls. They have many good restaurant choices for budget minded people to those looking for fine dining. Most of the area towns have a full schedule of activities throughout the summer.

Availability

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning Fee

AU$313

Refundable Damage Deposit

AU$696

Peak Season rentals must be a minimum of 7 days starting and ending on Saturday. Off season rentals can be 3-4 days minimum. Call owner to see if any exceptions can be made.
Cancellation policy-100% of deposit, less credit card fees, if applicable, will be returned if cancelled 61 or more days prior to check-in date, 50% of deposit if cancelled between 60 and 31 days prior to check-in date, and no refund for cancellation 30 or fewer days prior to check-in date, unless a successful rental for the same period is found.